Education in early Iowa was most similar to education today in terms of its focus on basic subjects such as reading, writing, and arithmetic. Like today, schools in early Iowa aimed to provide students with a well-rounded education to prepare them for success in the future. Additionally, similar to today, teachers in early Iowa were expected to meet certain educational standards and certifications to ensure they were qualified to teach. Lastly, both then and now, education in Iowa involved a mix of public and private schools, as well as rural and urban schools, catering to a diverse student population.
